Overview:
Backflip's mission is to reinvent resale by creating the easiest way to instantly liquidate your assets, starting with personal electronics. Consumers expect a one-click e-commerce buying experience, and we believe that the same simplicity should extend to disposing of those used items. We have created a marketplace that connects sellers with local professional resellers who can purchase their used products instantly, without all of the negotiations, fraud, or complexity of selling on current marketplaces.
The Role:
As our first dedicated Growth Operations Intern, you will be responsible for spreading brand awareness, driving sales conversions as well as playing a critical role in supporting local pilot programs for Backflip. We are launching an exciting new offering where customers can schedule to have their devices picked up directly from a safe location. You will be responsible for doing pick ups, facilitating these sales as well as providing positive experiences for our customers. We are looking for a self starter who is hoping to gain experience at a venture capital based start up entering hyper growth.
Responsibilities:
A brand-evangelist for Backflip who is comfortable interacting with the general public and spreading the word while driving sales
Providing memorable and friendly customer experiences during pickups
Network and build trusting relationships with potential customers
Drive users to our platform through Brand Ambassador and marketing activities
Requirements:
Have your own vehicle, willingness to travel locally (Austin only)
Desire to work in a fast-paced, highly ambiguous startup environment
Strong communication skills and experience working cross-functionally across various teams
An outgoing, friendly personality and a desire to meet new people
Familiarity working with a diverse team
Not required however experience at a startup is a huge plus
What We Offer:
Being part of a rapidly growing and mission-driven company that is helping to reshape the recommerce industry
The ability to help shape a brand new product and develop skills across marketing, operations, and business development
Paid position with potential for conversion to full-time - salary is commensurate with experience
About Us:
We are a growing and passionate team building a marketplace that facilitates instant payments to sellers for their unused gadgets. Our leadership is ex-Uber/Google/Amazon, we are well capitalized with backing from institutional investors, and we are growing quickly. We are currently fully remote although most of our employees live in either the SF Bay Area or Austin, TX.